KnownCarProblems2006 GMC Envoy Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 352 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 GMC Envoy, most often about the fuel system (51% of complaints, typically around 65,000 miles). It is 5th of 10 Envoy model years by number of complaints and has 8 recalls.
Most common 2006 GMC Envoy problems
Fuel system
180 complaints · 51%Half of these problems showed up before 65,000 miles. Parts named most often: delivery, storage.
Fuel system: the fuel gage has been going to empty after a fill up. After about 50 miles it would appear to work until more gas added. Now it is in total failure with an OBD light intermittently. Obd light useless as no way to immediately determine if the gauge is the only problem. Have been using the trip odometer to…
I have a 2006 GMC Envoy, in july 2010 my vehicle low fuel light came on shortly after I filled my tank, the low fuel light was glowing and the bell was sounding as if I was on empty in august the problem continued to occur off and on, in september the problem seem to get worse. Now in october I am not sure how much…
Electrical
89 complaints · 25%Half of these problems showed up before 93,000 miles. Parts named most often: instrument cluster/panel, ignition.
Fuel gauge has stopped working properly. When tank is filled, the gauge reads empty and fuel light is on. When the fuel level begins to decrease below the full level from driving the vehicle, the gauge fluctuates between the completely full mark and the empty mark. This fluctuation can occur during a trip that is less…
The contact owns a 2006 GMC Envoy. The contact stated that while driving various speeds, a strong electrical burning odor and smoke emitted from front driver's side interior door. In addition, the front driver's side power window operated on its own intermittently. There were no flames present, although both the power…
Lights
48 complaints · 14%Half of these problems showed up before 110,000 miles. Parts named most often: headlights, turn signal, lighting control module.
The contact owns a 2006 GMC Envoy. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the headlights shut off independently and resumed normal operation after the vehicle was restarted. The failure recurred multiple times. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v755000 (exterior lighting); however, the vehicle…
The contact owns a 2006 GMC Envoy. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the low beam headlights became inoperable without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed but the failure was unable to be determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that…
Visibility and wipers
34 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 87,500 miles. Parts named most often: power window devices and controls, defroster/defogger/hvac system, glass, side/rear, rear window wiper/washer.
Beginning on 08-20-2011 my 2006 Envoy began turning on and off its wipers and spraying windshield washing fluid everywhere. It now does this regularly everyday it is driven. Makes it hard to see at times. I have not taken it to a garage yet, was looking to see if there was a recall as I'm sure this will not be cheap…
The contact owns a 2006 GMC Envoy. The contact stated that the driver's side door panel malfunctioned. The contact changed the fuse and immediately afterward, the door panel began to smoke. The fuse later blew and the smoke ceased. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnosis. The manufacturer was contacted and…
Engine
26 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 114,500 miles. Parts named most often: engine, exhaust system, cooling system.
Envoy GMC 2006 power steering becomes difficult at low speeds. Must use two hands to turn wheel. Power steering fluid not the problem. Engine light inadvertently comes
Radiator and transmission went while driving on a highway. My mechanic told me the part that failed never fails and he was shocked that it did.
Steering
13 complaints · 4%Half of these problems showed up before 100,000 miles.
1) fuel gauge reads empty- has been like this for about 6 months. Began as an intermittent problem, but now is always on empty. 2) power steering: makes a whirring sound when I turn the steering wheel - beaman GMC service in nashville has the detailed records, but I brought it in before for this, and it was repaired…
Power steering went out while driving. Pulled off the road and saw underneath vehicle was leaking fluid. Checked power steering fluid, was low so added more and babied vehicle home. After some investigating underneath vehicle, found a crack in a line that goes to the rack and pinion. Replaced the line for $200. Began…
Transmission
12 complaints · 3%Half of these problems showed up before 86,000 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission.
Leaving a restaurant I was unable to place my car in reverse or for that matter any gears. The tow truck driver showed me a little plastic peace that broke and advised me it was the shift linkage. I reviewed the information and was amazed to find that it is very common for this little plastic piece to break in the…
To start off, when you go in drive and start to move the truck lost power to the motor but still stayed running. Seemed like the truck didn't know if it wanted to be in 4x4 or 2 wheel. I took my foot off gas and min later it was fine. Keeps happening . The driver seat back support felt like it started to over heat the…
Stability control
12 complaints · 3%Half of these problems showed up before 127,500 miles.
At the stop light vehicle stop running engine light stabilitrak light and loss power light came on. Got home twisted the fuel cap a couple of times cranked it up and it went of. This is the second time it has happened.
On 12/23/13, while parked the vehicle died. When restarting, it was a little slow but did end up starting. On 12/24/13, I had the battery tested and it showed that the cca's just needed a good charge so I let the vehicle run for 45 minutes. A few hours later, the vehicle would not even turn over. On 12/25/13, removed…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2006 GMC Envoy recalls
Visibility and wipers: power window devices and controls
Risk: The protective coating may not eliminate the risk that the circuit board could short and result in a fire, even while the vehicle is unattended.
Fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will install a new driver's door switch module, free of charge. The recall began on november 2, 2015. Owners may contact buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and gmc customer service at 1-800-462-8782. Gm's number for this recall is 15700.
Full defect summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 buick rainier, chevrolet trailblazer and gmc envoy vehicles, and 2006 gmc envoy xl and chevrolet trailblazer ext vehicles. Fluid may enter into the driver's door master power window switch module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board, causing window switches to become inoperative. Previously, the affected vehicles may have had their master power window switch module treated with a protective coating, instead of having it replaced.
Lights: headlights
Risk: Headlamps that do not illuminate reduce the driver's ability to see the roadway and reduce the vehicle's visibility to oncoming vehicles, both of which increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hdm, free of charge. The recall began on may 17, 2016. Owners may contact buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737. Gm's number for this recall is 14291.
Full defect summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2007 pontiac grand prix, 2006-2009 buick lacrosse, 2006-2007 buick rainier, chevrolet trailblazer, gmc envoy, 2006 chevrolet trailblazer ext, gmc envoy xl, 2006-2008 isuzu ascender, and saab 9-7x vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the headlamp driver module (hdm) may overheat and fail, causing the headlamps and daytime running lights to not illuminate.
Visibility and wipers: power window devices and controls
Risk: A short in the circuit board could lead to a fire, increasing the risk of personal injury. A fire could occur even while the vehicle is not in use. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.
Fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the part number on the door module, and install a new door module if necessary, free of charge. Parts for the remedy are not currently available. An interim letter was mailed to owners in august 2014. A second owner letter will be mailed when parts are available. Owners may contact gm customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (buick), 1-800-222-1020 (chevrolet), 1-800-462-8782 (gmc), 1-800-955-9007 (saab), and 1-800-255-6727 (isuzu). Gm's number for this recall is 14309. Note: this recall provides a new remedy for all vehicles covered by recall 13v-248.
Full defect summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 saab 9-7x; 2006 chevrolet trailblazer ext and gmc envoy xl; and 2006-2007 chevrolet trailblazer, gmc envoy, buick rainier and isuzu ascender vehicles. Fluid may enter the driver's door master power window switch module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board. A short may cause the power door lock and power window switches to function intermittently or become inoperative. The short may also cause overheating, which could melt components of the door module, producing odor, smoke, or a fire.
Visibility and wipers: power window devices and controls
Risk: A short in the circuit board could lead to a fire, increasing the risk of personal injury. A fire could occur even while the vehicle is not in use. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.
Fix: Owners will be contacted and dealers will test the driver's door module. If the module is functioning properly, a protective coating will be applied. If the module is not functioning properly, it will be replaced. These repairs will be done free of charge. Gm will notify buick, chevrolet, and gmc owners, isuzu and saab will contact their respective owners. The recall began on august 2, 2013. Buick owners may contact the owner center at 1-800-521-7300, chevrolet owners at 1-866-694-6546, gmc owners at 1-866-996-9463, isuzu owners at 1-800-255-6727, and saab owners at 1-800-955-9007. Gm's campai
Full defect summary
General motors (gm) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 saab 9-7x; 2006 chevrolet trailblazer ext and gmc envoy xl; and 2006-2007 chevrolet trailblazer, gmc envoy, buick rainier and isuzu ascender vehicles. Fluid may enter the driver's door module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board. A short may cause the power door lock and power window switches to function intermittently or become inoperative. The short may also cause overheating, which could melt components of the door module, producing odor, smoke, or a fire.
Visibility and wipers: power window devices and controls
Risk: A short in the circuit board could lead to a fire, increasing the risk of personal injury. A fire could occur even while the vehicle is not in use. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.
Fix: Parts for this recall are expected to available in march 2013. Gm will notify buick, chevrolet, and gmc owners when parts are available. Buick owners may contact the owner center at 1-800-521-7300, chevrolet owners at 1-866-694-6546, and gmc owners at 1-866-996-9463. Isuzu owners will be notified by isuzu motors when parts are available. Owners may contact isuzu customer service at 1-800-255-6727. Saab owners will be notified by saab cars north america when parts are available and for inquiries, owners may call saab customer service at 1-800-955-9007.
Full defect summary
General motors (gm) is recalling certain model year 2006 chevrolet trailblazer ext and gmc envoy xl and 2006-2007 chevrolet trailblazer, gmc envoy, buick rainier, saab 9-7x, and isuzu ascender vehicles, originally sold or currently registered in connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. Fluid may enter the driver's door module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board. A short may cause the power door lock and power window switches to function intermittently or become inoperative. The short may also cause overheating, which could melt components of the door module, producing odor, smoke, or a fire.
Air bags: frontal
Risk: If the passenger sensing system malfunctions, the front air bag on the passenger side may be disabled when it should be enabled, or enabled when it should be disabled. In either case, in the event of a crash that requires air bag deployment, a front passenger's level of injury may be increased.
Fix: Because a replacement leather seat cover that is compatible with the passenger sensing system is not available, general motors (gm) will repurchase these vehicles in accordance with the terms stated in gm's letter to owners. The recall began on november 6, 2006. Owners should contact gm at 1-877-477-1022 to begin the process of repurchasing their vehicle.
Full defect summary
Certain vehicles originally built with cloth seats that were equipped with an automatic air bag passenger sensing system and later reupholstered with aftermarket leather seat cover kits are involved. Testing has indicated that the aftermarket leather seat covers can cause the passenger sensing system to malfunction.
Equipment: labels
Risk: A misprinted label could lead to improper vehicle loading specifications or tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners will be provided with corrected labels and installation instructions. At the customer's option, a dealer can install the label for them. The recall began on march 31, 2006. Owners may contact buick at 1-866-608-8080, cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, hummer at 1-800-732-5493, pontiac at 1-800-620-7668, saturn at 1-800-972-8876, or isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
Full defect summary
Certain trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were shipped with tire and loading information labels listing an inacccurate vehicle capacity weight.
Steering: hose, piping, and connections
Risk: If this were to occur, power steering assist would be lost and increased steering effort would be required. On vehicles equipped with hydro-boost power brakes, it could also result in loss of power brake assist and increased braking effort would be required. If the power steering fluid spray were to spray onto hot engine parts, an engine compartment fire could occur.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the power steering hose(s) for two suspect date codes and replace them if required. The recall will begin on october 14, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, buick at 1-866-608-8080, cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, isuzu at 1-800-255-6727, or hummer at 1-800-732-5493.
Full defect summary
Certain passenger vehicles may have been built with a power steering hose that is not to specification. Under extreme steering maneuvers, such as turning the steering wheel fully to the left or right while braking, the hose may fracture and leak fluid.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Loss of headlights
Summary
The subject vehicles are model year (my) 2002-2009 chevrolet trailblazer, gmc envoy, 2004-2007 buick rainier, 2003-2008 isuzu ascender, 2005-2009 saab 9-7x, 2002-2004 oldsmobile bravada, 2003-2006 chevrolet ssr, 2005-2009 buick lacrosse, and 2006-2008 pontiac grand prix. This scope includes the trailblazer/envoy variants: 2002-2006 envoy xl/trailblazer ext and 2004-2005 envoy xuv. The original scope of this investigation was expanded to include all vehicles equipped with the subject headlight driver module (hdm). The focus of the investigation was to determine whether actions performed by general motors adequately addressed any unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety in the subject vehicle
Driver's master power window switch
Summary
On august 15, 2012 general motors (gm) announced a regional recall action (12v-406) involving model year (my) 2006-2007 chevrolet trailblazer, gmc envoy, buick rainier, isuzu ascender and my2005-2007 saab 9-7x vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the salt belt states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. The recall remedy requires the inspection and repair or replacement of the master power window switch, which gm refers to as a driver door module (ddm). At the same ti
Fuel level gauge system failure
Summary
The office of defects investigation has received 668 complaints alleging inaccurate fuel gauge reading while driving in model year 2005-07 chevrolet trailblazer, gmc envoy, buick rainier, and saab 9-7x vehicles.of the 668 complaints, 58 incidents were alleged to result in a vehicle stall.of the 58 stalling incidents, 43 complaints reported stalling because the fuel level reading indicated more fuel availability than what is actually in the fuel tank. One complaint alleged a vehicle crash after the vehicle stalled while exiting the interstate, became disabled, and was struck from behind.summarily, the complaints show an apparent increasing trend, with most complaints received within the past
Questions about the 2006 GMC Envoy
- What are the most common problems with the 2006 GMC Envoy?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: fuel system (180 complaints, typically around 65,000 miles); electrical (89 complaints, typically around 93,000 miles); lights (48 complaints, typically around 110,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2006 GMC Envoy have?
- 8 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from September 24, 2015 (visibility and wipers). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2006 a bad year for the GMC Envoy?
- It is 5th of 10 Envoy model years by number of complaints, with 352 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.